Assemblymember Catherine Nolan (c.) welcomed four soldiers, including three Iraqi vets, to the Assembly Chamber in celebration of their courage and dedication. The Assembly passed a resolution to recognize the three on their visit to Albany.
History Of July 4:
Significant July 4 Dates In American HistoryThe Declaration of Independence, unanimously declared by the thirteen United States of America, was adopted by the Continental Congress in Philadelphia on July 4, 1776. The task of getting the document signed began on August 2, 1776. Congress made sure that all states would have access to an authenticated copy of the Declaration by ordering a special printing of multiple […]
It’s Official:
The Laws For Celebrating Independence DayThe United States observes no national holidays, that is, holidays mandated across all 50 states by the Federal government. The United States Congress and/or President can only legally establish an “official” holiday for its “federal” employees and the District of Columbia. States and municipalities are free to adopt holidays enjoyed by the federal government or to create their own. This […]
Greek Children’s Fund Hosts Greek Night At Shea Stadium
ore than 46,000 fans cheered as Hellenic dance groups from various schools and organizations from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut danced traditional folk dances on the field of Shea Stadium celebrating “Greek Night at Shea” on Friday, June 16. The Greek Children’s Fund (GCF) a nonprofit organization that raises money for Greek and Cypriot children who suffer from life-threatening […]
USTA Tryouts June 29
The United States Tennis Association (USTA) is holding ballperson tryouts for the 2006 US Open at the USTA National Tennis Center in Flushing, Thursday, June 29 at 4 p.m. Registration begins at 3 p.m. The tryouts are open to anyone 14-years or older. If under the age of 18 they must have valid New York state working papers in order […]
QMA Honors Mets, BP
Former Mets Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver (l.) and outfielder Rusty Staub (c.) were on hand as the New York Mets and (r.) Queens Borough President Helen Marshall were honored at the Queens Museum of Art (QMA) gala. The Borough President’s office has provided more than $20 million for the museum’s expansion that will double its current space by […]
Ready, Set, Grill
(NAPSA)-Today’s backyard chefs are exploring all that backyard cooking and patio cuisine have to offer, grilling breakfast, lunch and dinner outdoors. They are using new and improved grills, new grilling tools and new techniques, all designed to keep up with this lifestyle shift outdoors. If you’re in the market for a new grill, consider how often you will use it, […]
Make Sure Your Ice Is Safe And Clean
(NAPSA)-You may think that all ice is the same, but if you have contaminated ice, you and your family could be risking your health. As the weather begins to heat up, so does ice consumption to keep beverages and food cold and fresh. Whether it’s a backyard BBQ, a picnic at the park or a daily glass of iced tea, […]
Celebrate American Freedom Won 225 Years Ago
(NAPSA)-With the decisive Battle of Yorktown in Virginia in 1781, America freed itself from the shackles of tyranny. Now, Virginia-the first, permanent English-speaking colony in the New World-is celebrating the 225th anniversary of the historic battle. The National Park Service’s Yorktown Battlefield and JamestownYorktown Foundation’s Yorktown Victory Center, together with the town of Yorktown, are hosting stirring events and exhibits […]
North Fork Bank Helps Supply Independence Day Fun
(L. to r.): Former J e w i s h Wa r Veterans County Commander Herb Rosen, North Fork Vice President and Branch Manager Patricia Campbell, Queens Jewish Community Council President Jan Fenster and Queens Jewish Historical Society President Jeff Gottlieb gather for the Jewish War Veterans and I n d e p e n d e n c e […]